Mercato: Arsenal reach goal for Declan Rice

Bayern Munich have pulled out of the Declan Rice deal, according to the German press. West Ham's defensive midfielder is on his way to Arsenal.

The way is clear for Arsenal in the Declan Rice dossier. According to Bild and the German version of Sky Sports, Bayern Munich have decided to withdraw their interest in the West Ham defensive midfielder, who is heading straight for Arsenal.

Following today's board meeting, Bayern have decided not to submit an offer for Declan Rice as of now, as the player is likely to be heading to Arsenal. The Rice transfer is now off the table for Bayern [@altobelli13, @BILD] pic.twitter.com/WUD9UeOke1
— Bayern Germany (@iMiaSanMia) June 13, 2023

According to The Guardian, the Gunners are close to an agreement with the Hammers for a transfer estimated at 116 million euros, including bonuses. The 24-year-old England international, who wants to play under Mikel Arteta, would become Arsenal's most expensive recruit ever.